2024 Archaeology Artifacts 
Anthropology.net
AUGUST 18, 2024
While genetic data has estimated the arrival of Homo sapiens in Australia to be under 50,000 years ago, archaeological findings suggest an earlier presence, possibly as far back as 65,000 or even 80,000 years ago. Until recently, most archaeological efforts concentrated on the southern route. Russell, T., Bradshaw, F., Petchey, F.,
Anthropology.net
JULY 30, 2024
The deserts of northern Africa and the Arabian Peninsula have long been the focus of archaeological research, revealing their roles as cradles of early human civilization and migration routes through so-called “green corridors.” Initial surveys have revealed a landscape rich in artifacts, suggesting potential migration routes.
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Anthropology.net
APRIL 6, 2024
In 1994, the Schöningen open-cast coal mine yielded an astonishing archaeological treasure: remarkably well-preserved hunting weapons dating back 300,000 years. Unveiling Woodworking Expertise The meticulous examination of wooden artifacts has uncovered a sophisticated understanding of woodworking among early humans. 1 Leder, D.,
Anthropology.net
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Archaeological discoveries in East Timor’s Laili rock shelter have unveiled evidence 1 of ancient human habitation dating back approximately 44,000 years. Excavations revealed thousands of stone artifacts and animal bones, indicating human presence approximately 44,000 years ago. 1 Shipton, C., Morley, M.
Anthropology.net
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Recent archaeological findings suggest that the Bronze Age board game, Hounds and Jackals—also known as Fifty-Eight Holes—may have originated not in Egypt, as previously believed, but in Asia. 2024 A Global History of Ancient Games Board games have been part of human culture for millennia. Crist et al.,
Anthropology.net
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
Although some archaeological studies propose that spindle whorls made of bone or antler existed around 20,000 years ago, they were likely decorative rather than functional for spinning. Cheval also emphasizes the importance of direct experience in hand-spinning when interpreting such artifacts. 1 Yashuv, T., & Grosman, L.
Anthropology.net
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Image Credit: *Radiocarbon* (2024). Artifacts and the Cellar's Significance Over a thousand artifacts were uncovered during the excavation, including pottery fragments, flint tools, and fossilized sea urchins. Archaeological evidence for a neolithic subterranean construction from Nygårdsvej 3, Falster, Denmark.
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